Russian drones slam a southern Ukraine city after Kyiv's 1,000-drone weekend barrage Officials say that Russian drones have blasted Ukraine’s southern city of Zaporizhzhia The Independent UK · Sep 21
Kash Patel's $25K Payment Allegedly Came From Filmmaker Linked To Putin-Funded Russian Propaganda Project FBI Director Kash Patel disclosed a $25,000 payment for a documentary interview. The filmmaker behind the project later worked on a Russian influence campaign. International Business Times UK · Sep 21
India studying details of US tariffs on Russian oil buyers: Piyush Goyal India is examining details of potential US tariffs on Russian oil buyers, Piyush Goyal says. Washington is increasing pressure on nations still purchasing Russian energy resources. A new US law allows tariffs up to 100% on Russian oil and gas importers. Major buyers like India and China face potential higher… The Economic Times · Sep 21
Main Kremlin party keeps control of Russia's parliament after a carefully orchestrated vote Russia’s ruling United Russia party is set to retain a commanding majority in parliament, with preliminary results giving it about 355 of 450 State Duma seats. The vote, the first parliamentary election since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, was held amid tight restrictions on opposition and also included Russian-occupied Ukrainian… The Economic Times · Sep 21
Trump’s tariff tantrums return? Gokaldas Exports, other textile stocks drop up to 5% after Trump signs Russia sanctions bill Shares of textile exporters fell after US President Donald Trump signed a law allowing tariffs of up to 100% on countries buying Russian oil and gas, raising concerns over potential fresh duties on Indian exports. Gokaldas Exports fell nearly 5%, while Indo Count Industries and Vardhman Textiles dropped over 3%… The Economic Times · Sep 21
Russia vows to intensify strikes on Kyiv after huge Ukrainian attack during election IN FULL The Independent UK · Sep 21
‘A disaster’ – Merz’s migraine-triggering electoral defeat Good morning. Angela Skujins on newsletter duties this week, with our attention split between Germany, the United States and Belgium this Monday morning. Let's go. Euronews · Sep 21
The Other Hormuz: Black Sea blockade threatens a food supply shock Combined Russian and Ukrainian wheat exports are estimated to end up at roughly half what they were last year for the July to September harvesting period The Economic Times · Sep 21
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky arrives in New York after Trump says Putin has ‘lost control of oil’ Zelensky said earlier he will travel to New York later this week to meet the US President The Independent UK · Sep 21
Ukraine slams EU's 'unacceptable' move to lift sanctions on two Russian oligarchs Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga on Monday called the removal of two Russian oligarchs from the European Union's sanctions list "unacceptable". Earlier, the bloc's envoys agreed to lift sanctions on businessmen Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman, as long as no EU government objected. Read our live blog to see how… France 24 · Sep 21
Russia elections: Putin ally Ramzan Kadyrov wins Chechnya polls with nearly 100% vote The three-day parliamentary election ended on Sunday, with the final results expected by September 25. Early figures released by Russia's Central Election Commission showed United Russia well ahead of other parties. The election is the first parliamentary vote since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. United… The Times of India · Sep 21
Ukraine war briefing: Russia to ‘intensify’ attacks on Kyiv after Moscow hit with mass drone strikes At least two killed in Moscow and oil refinery set alight on last day of Russia’s parliamentary elections. What we know on day 1,671 The Guardian - AU · Sep 21
Zelensky Holds Call With Trump During Critical Juncture for U.S.-Ukraine Relations. The Ukrainian President confirmed that he would meet Trump on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly and praised the Russia sanctions bill. International Business Times · Sep 20
Ukraine's Biggest Drone Strike Yet Slams Moscow as Russia's Election Wraps Up Ukraine's largest drone barrage yet hit Moscow's Kapotnya refinery as Russia's election closed. Here's what happened, the toll, and what's disputed. Latin Times · Sep 20
France 24 · Sep 20 Russia's ruling party on track to win election after Ukraine's drone attacks on Moscow Russia's ruling United Russia party on Sunday was projected to win the country's tightly controlled parliamentary elections, according to exit polls. Ukraine launched a massive drone attack on Moscow, killing three people, said city officials, on the third and final day of Russia's wartime vote.
The Times of India · Sep 20 Russia wraps up first wartime parliamentary election, Kremlin set to retain control Russia's parliamentary elections concluded on Sunday, projecting that the United Russia party will continue to rule. This election was marred by a heavy clampdown on opposition and dissent, alongside controversial voting in Ukrainian territories annexed by Russia. Ukraine condemned these actions, leading to international outcry, as numerous watchdogs deemed the…
The Economic Times · Sep 20 Not aimed at India, but meant for India: Russia sanctions law leaves New Delhi at Trump's mercy A new US law grants President Trump significant tariff authority over oil buyers. This legislation poses potential challenges for India's energy security needs. The bill passed Congress with bipartisan support, creating uncertainty for trade relations. India will seek energy sources to meet its population's demands. The law's implications for global…
The Guardian - UK · Sep 20 European spy chiefs warn Moscow is planning more decisive action against Nato Exclusive: Intelligence officers say Russian campaign could intensify ‘in months, not years’ – but that panic risks playing into Kremlin psy-ops
France 24 · Sep 20 Putin's party wins record number of parliamentary seats in first vote since 2022 invasion of Ukraine The main Kremlin party enlarged its majority with a record 355 seats in parliament, Russian election officials said Monday, after a carefully orchestrated ballot that excluded most opposition candidates helped the government maintain its tight grip on power. The election was the first since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in…
Euronews · Sep 20 Putin's United Russia party wins record 355 parliament seats, election chief says The election, held to elect members in all seats of the lower house State Duma, is the first since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
The Economic Times · Sep 20 Moscow repels 'largest enemy drone attack' involving over 1,600 UAVs amid Russian parliamentary elections Russia reported repelling a large drone attack targeting Moscow during ongoing parliamentary elections. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claimed significant strikes impacted Russian oil and logistics facilities. He detailed various drone systems used in the operation against Russia. Meanwhile, Russia continued its strikes across Ukraine, hitting civilian infrastructure and a monastery.…
The Times of India · Sep 20 'Largest-ever' attack: Ukraine launches over 1,000 drones at Russia, oil refinery hit Ukraine launched more than 1,000 drones at Russia overnight, including hundreds targeting Moscow, in what officials on Sunday described as the "largest ever" attack on the Russian capital.
The Independent UK · Sep 20 Two killed in Moscow after Ukraine bombards Russia with 1,000 drones IN FULL
The Economic Times · Sep 20 China goes shopping in India as exports jump 39% and BRICS trade picks up India’s exports are gaining ground across key markets, with shipments to four core BRICS economies rising 34% to $19.9 billion in April-August 2026-27. China and South Africa led the growth, while exports to Japan, Italy and South Korea also rose sharply, pointing to a broader expansion in India’s export footprint.
The Independent UK · Sep 20 Ukraine fires over 1,000 drones at Russia, including hundreds launched at Moscow Russians officials say that Ukraine has fired more than 1,000 drones at Russia overnight, including what Moscow’s mayor described as the “largest ever” attack on the Russian capital